The capacity to play is an acquired ability.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Question 2Based on your understanding of the definition of play, the game of Ping-Pong could represent play for some people, but not for everyone.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Question 3Demonstrating how to construct a bridge is an effective strategy for children who have never seen it done.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Question 4The locus of control during play is with the adult.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Question 5The opposite of play is work.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Question 6What is the difference between the play of four-year-olds and children of eight or nine?
a. Older children are no longer interested in pretend play.
b. Older children make great effort to maintain the illusion that the pretend is real.
c. Older children use more explicit strategies.
d. There are no differences between these age groups.
Question 7Which of the following behaviors contribute to positive self-identity during play?
a. reads and sends nonverbal cues
b. contributes to the plans of others
c. establishes social status in the play group
d. negotiates roles and rules
Question 8Cun Liu and Hui Li I pretending to bury a stuffed toy dog. They put him in a box, gather dandelions, and appear to have a ceremony for it. What social competence are they demonstrating?
a. emotional intelligence
b. positive self identity
c. social values
d. cultural competence